Taking the sting out of growing up.

Your favorite ginger Morgan and I are still on our road trip to Asheville, NC, but we have a fantastic recipe for Gingery Coconut Carrot Soup to share in our absence. The star of this velvety smooth coconut carrot soup is spicy ginger (and lots of it), but a pinch of nutmeg makes a delicious cameo. It’s that little extra something people won’t immediately … Read More

Sorry for the blogging hiatus. Morgan and I have been crazy with school and work, respectively, earning us both a well-deserved spring break road trip. (One of the perks of being an auntie – I get to go on spring break!) Tomorrow we’re loading up the Subaru and hitting the road for Asheville, North Carolina for a DIY wellness retreat. … Read More

As a writer in the advertising industry, I’ve worked with mostly guys over the years, and while they’re great, I’ve really enjoyed the shift in our agency toward having more women on our teams. While women sometimes get stereotyped as being competitive or catty, I can assure you of two things: 1. those are equal opportunity traits – often more a reflection of … Read More

The boys have their Holden Caulfield, their Boo Radley and Ignatius J. Reilly. And yeah, I love those guys too. But where are the fictional female outsiders rebelling without a cause on behalf of disgruntled girls everywhere? We rounded up a few anti-social anti-heroines to lurk around the edges of the party with us or to share a smoke behind … Read More

Feel like you’re just hanging in there till spring? Us too! Here are 30 things helping us survive the winter doldrums. Fondue –Whether you make cheese or chocolate, or cook savory meats and veggies in bubbling oil, fondue is a party in a pot. New blog post, coming soon. Aquaphor – We always have this skin-saving salve on hand. And … Read More

One of my goals this year was to commit to a regular yoga and meditation practice. Actually this is my goal every year, and while I might do yoga a few times a month, I’m never consistent enough to really feel like I have an actual practice. I hoped signing up an online subscription service could change that. Following is … Read More

Women who defy conventions, shake up the status quo and succeed on their own terms? We call them Auntie Heroes and here are some standouts for this week. Gabby and her Girls, Baller Babes: Congrats to The University of Connecticut women’s basketball team for winning its record-setting 100th consecutive game on Monday night. They haven’t lost a game since November 2014 (in … Read More

If it’s true that you’re only as sick as your secrets, alcoholism was a terminal illness in my family. Only it didn’t kill my grandfather. He killed a child in a drunk driving accident and went to jail for five years. I just sat with that sentence for a long time wondering if I could actually share his story. His … Read More

Whether you’re consciously coupled or steadfastly single, Valentine’s Day (or Anna Howard Shaw Day, if you prefer) is a great time to show yourself some love. Here are some great suggestions from the Aunt-bassadors on easy ways to celebrate your S.S. (Significant Self). Whether you get a massage like Melissa, turn your room into a special space like Meghan or do … Read More

As part of our new mini series, Love Lesson from My Exes, we’re sharing what women of all ages have learned about love (and themselves) on the dating scene. Here are Nicole’s love lessons so far. It’s okay to ask for what you want and need, and to be very honest and direct about it. If they don’t want to talk about things that … Read More

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Auntie Venom is an online mentoring community focused on college, career development, finances, health, relationships and adventure. Stephanie (the OG Auntie) and her niece Morgan plus other contributors share spoiler alerts, cautionary tales, life lessons and tips to take the sting out of growing up. Together, our shared experiences honesty and humor can inspire and empower each other.

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